1988 GMC K2500 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1988 GMC K2500 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).

2Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your K2500?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1988 GMC K2500 recalls

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Recall 93V016Feb 1, 19931,702,880 vehicles affected

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights

Recall 88V081May 16, 198890 vehicles affected

Most common 1988 GMC K2500 problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System1

What owners report

1996-04-16, Electrical System
WHILE DRIVING, EXPERIENCED ERRATIC OPERATION OF VEHICLE, PULLED TO SIDE, FOUND ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON FIRE, DUE TO ALTERNATOR MALFUNCTIONING. *AK

1988 GMC K2500 questions

Does the 1988 GMC K2500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1988 GMC K2500: Power Train:Automatic Transmission; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1988 GMC K2500?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1988 GMC K2500 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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